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Synopsis
On a clear morning in mid-June, Lord John emerges from London's Beefsteak Club, his mind in turmoil. A nobleman and a high ranking officer in His Majesty's army. Grey has just witnessed something shockng. But his efforts to avoid a scandal that might destroy his family are interupted by something still more urgent. The crown appoints him to investigate the brutal murder of a comrade in arms who may have been a traitor.
Is Lord John and the Private Matter appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
Parents should know this historical mystery contains murder investigation, period-appropriate violence, and themes of scandal and betrayal. The protagonist navigates both personal and professional crises in 18th-century London military society.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include murder, violence, and deception.
Who'll love this
Teens interested in historical mysteries with complex moral dilemmas and military intrigue will enjoy this detective story set in Georgian England.